Shape, weight, balance, feel and prices side by side — and which one suits your game.
Head's Extreme line splits into a lighter Motion and a heavier Pro. This compares the current models while the 2027 versions reach shops.
In short: the Head Extreme Pro 2026 hits harder (10.0 vs 8.5 for power); the Head Extreme Motion 2026 is cheaper today (from €216).
| Head | Head | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 8.5 | 10.0 | Head Extreme Pro 2026 |
| Control | 9.6 | 9.6 | Tie |
| Rebound | 8.1 | 8.0 | Tie |
| Manoeuvrability | 8.4 | 8.1 | Tie |
| Sweet spot | 8.2 | 8.0 | Tie |
| Lowest price | €216 | €250 | Head Extreme Motion 2026 |
Ratings out of 10 by Padelful.
Both are diamond rackets, so the differences come from balance, core and faces rather than the outline.
Feel: medium-hard for the Head Extreme Motion 2026, hard for the Head Extreme Pro 2026. Softer cores give easier depth at low speed and more comfort; harder cores reward fast swings with precision.
The Head Extreme Pro 2026 is heavier (370 g vs 360 g), adding stability and power at the cost of manoeuvrability.
| Head Extreme Motion 2026 | Head Extreme Pro 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Head | Head |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Shape | Diamond | Diamond |
| Weight | 360 g | 370 g |
| Balance | High | High |
| Feel | Medium-Hard | Hard |
| Core | Power FOAM | Power FOAM |
| Faces | Fiberglass+Carbon | Fiberglass+Carbon |
| Frame | 100% Carbon | 100% Carbon |
| Game type | Control | Power |
| Suggested level | Advanced | Advanced |
| Pro player | Paula Josemaria Martin (match racket, 2026) | — |
According to Padelful's ratings the Head Extreme Pro 2026 has more power (10.0/10).
Both are similarly forgiving; choose the one whose shape and weight suit you.
Right now the Head Extreme Motion 2026 starts at €216 and the Head Extreme Pro 2026 at €250 in the shops we compare. Prices change often.
The Power, Control, Rebound, Manoeuvrability and Sweet spot ratings (out of 10) are by Padelful, shown with their permission. Our lists and “who is it for” notes are based on each racket's published specifications — shape, balance, core hardness, face material and weight. Specifications come from the Padel Rackets catalogue and manufacturers; always check the retailer's product page before buying.
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Head Extreme Motion 2026
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